From February 2024 to March 2025, Postpartum Peace of Mind conducted a year-long participatory study with ten postpartum women of color across the U.S. to understand and address their perinatal needs. Using a community-based participatory research approach, the project integrated storytelling, support groups, and culturally responsive surveys to gather both qualitative and quantitative data. Emphasis was placed on ethical data use, informed consent, and data literacy.